Good morning, Mansfield.

Central Ohio gas prices are rising due to Midwest refinery issues and a spike in national travel demand — a GasBuddy survey shows prices averaging $3.03 per gallon.

Prices increased 9.6 cents from last week and 18.8 cents from four weeks ago — leaving local drivers to face fluctuating rates.

Directions Credit Union awarded nearly $10,000 in grants to 23 educators for classroom projects at local K-12 schools, including winners from Richland and Ashland counties.

The funds can cover supplies like books and art materials and will support innovative projects, with a new application window opening from Dec. 1.

Six Richland County boys soccer players earned All-Ohio honors for the 2025 season—Madison’s Randy Jamieson and Joey Walker, Lexington’s Cohen Lautzenhiser, Clear Fork’s Kade Beachy, and Mansfield Christian’s Noah Pearce with Crestview’s Brayden Parrigan were recognized for their standout performances.

Six Richland County girls soccer players earned All-Ohio honors for the 2025 season while Clear Fork assistant coach Chris Laux received Division IV Assistant Coach of the Year honors—an award recognizing his key role in his team's success.

The Mid-Buckeye Conference announced its fall sports all-league honors for boys and girls soccer and volleyball today, recognizing top players from local schools including Mansfield Christian and Crestview.

Coaches also won top honors + the detailed awards celebrated standout performances across the three sports.

Crazy Train - America's Ozzy Tribute

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the ultimate Ozzy Osbourne tribute show with special effects and great music.

Mansfield Symphony Youth Strings Fall Concert

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an inspiring concert featuring talented young musicians performing classical and contemporary pieces.

She Loves Me

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming 1930s romantic comedy set in a perfumery.

5K Beer Run at The Phoenix Brewing Company

11 AM – 2 PM — The Phoenix Brewing Company — Registration fee required — Celebrate a fun-filled 5k run with craft beer and local festivities.

Mansfield and Lexington Turkey Trot

2-6 p.m. — Historic B&O Railway Trail — Registration fee applies — Kick off Thanksgiving Day with races for all ages, including a Kids Fun Run, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k.

She Loves Me

7:30-9 p.m. — Renaissance Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful evening of musical romance at the renowned Renaissance Theatre.

Richland County Free Produce Distribution

10 AM - 1 PM — Mansfield Senior High School — Free entry — Receive fresh produce for the community in a caring environment.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

7-8:30 p.m. — The Mansfield Playhouse — Ticketed event — Experience the joy and hilarity of a classic Christmas tale at this family-friendly theater production.